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Rights for the TSA Workforce Act
4/3/2025, 11:29 AM
Summary of Bill S 997
Bill 119 s 997, also known as the "Transportation Security Administration Act," aims to improve the security operations of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and ensure stability within the transportation security workforce. The bill proposes applying the personnel system outlined in title 5 of the United States Code to employees of the TSA. This would standardize the hiring, training, and management practices for TSA employees, potentially leading to a more efficient and effective security operation.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance the stability of the transportation security workforce. By implementing a consistent personnel system, the bill seeks to address issues such as high turnover rates and inconsistent training practices within the TSA. This could lead to a more experienced and knowledgeable workforce, ultimately improving the overall security measures in place at airports and other transportation hubs.
Overall, Bill 119 s 997 aims to strengthen the TSA's security operations and create a more stable and reliable transportation security workforce. By applying the personnel system under title 5, United States Code, to TSA employees, the bill seeks to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the TSA's security measures, ultimately ensuring the safety and security of travelers across the United States.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance the stability of the transportation security workforce. By implementing a consistent personnel system, the bill seeks to address issues such as high turnover rates and inconsistent training practices within the TSA. This could lead to a more experienced and knowledgeable workforce, ultimately improving the overall security measures in place at airports and other transportation hubs.
Overall, Bill 119 s 997 aims to strengthen the TSA's security operations and create a more stable and reliable transportation security workforce. By applying the personnel system under title 5, United States Code, to TSA employees, the bill seeks to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the TSA's security measures, ultimately ensuring the safety and security of travelers across the United States.
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Current Status of Bill S 997
Bill S 997 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 12, 2025. Bill S 997 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 12, 2025. Bill S 997's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of March 12, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 997
Total Number of Sponsors
5Democrat Sponsors
5Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
26Democrat Cosponsors
24Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 997
Primary Policy Focus
Government Operations and PoliticsAlternate Title(s) of Bill S 997
A bill to enhance the security operations of the Transportation Security Administration and stability of the transportation security workforce by applying the personnel system under title 5, United States Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration, and for other purposes.
A bill to enhance the security operations of the Transportation Security Administration and stability of the transportation security workforce by applying the personnel system under title 5, United States Code, to employees of the Transportation Security Administration, and for other purposes.
Comments

Wynter Hood
983
1 year ago
I think this bill is good for TSA workers. How will it help them in the short term?
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 997
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